The Bosnian Full-Auto SKS with AK Mags

Published on March 6, 2024
Duration: 11:18

This video details a rare Bosnian-modified Yugoslav M59/66 SKS, converted to fire select-auto and accept AK-47 magazines. Modifications include a widened receiver, a modified bolt to fit AK feed lips, and a custom selector plate. These rifles are legally semi-automatic in the US due to their original trigger pack conversion.

Quick Summary

The Bosnian-modified Yugoslav M59/66 SKS is a rare firearm converted to be select-fire and accept AK-47 magazines. Key modifications include a widened receiver, a narrowed bolt, and altered AK magazines with extended locking tabs. These rifles are legal semi-autos in the US due to their conversion method.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Bosnian SKS
  2. 01:58External Stock Modifications
  3. 03:21Receiver and Magazine Well Changes
  4. 04:15Modified AK Magazines
  5. 05:12Bolt Modifications
  6. 08:13Legal Status and Scarcity

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Bosnian SKS unique?

The Bosnian-modified SKS, specifically the M59/66, was converted to be select-fire and to accept AK-47 magazines. This involved significant gunsmithing, including widening the receiver, modifying the bolt, and altering the stock and magazines.

How were AK magazines adapted for the SKS?

Bosnian armorers modified AK magazines by adding a longer front locking tab positioned lower to interface with the SKS magazine catch. This allowed the standard AK magazine to function in the modified SKS receiver.

Is a Bosnian-modified SKS legal in the United States?

Yes, these rifles are generally legal as semi-automatic firearms in the US. Their legality stems from the fact that the receivers were not originally factory-built as machine guns; the select-fire capability was achieved through trigger pack and stock modifications.

What modifications were made to the SKS bolt for AK magazines?

The SKS bolt body had to be narrowed. This was necessary because standard SKS feed lips are wider than AK feed lips, and a standard SKS bolt would snag on the AK magazine's feed lips.

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